Inside Ray Kappe’s 1963 Mid-Century Apartment in Hollywood Hills
Description
Step inside a rare early work by architect Ray Kappe, FAIA — the Fredonia Apartments (1963), a standout example of mid-century modern multi-family design in the Hollywood Hills.
Filmed inside one of the most thoughtfully restored units, this home showcases Kappe’s signature approach to light, space, and community living. Designed just nine years after founding his practice, this project reflects his early experimentation with indoor-outdoor flow, vertical volume, and human-centered design.
The galley kitchen maintains its original spirit with Formica cabinetry, hidden finger pulls, and clean-lined detailing, while opening directly to outdoor space — creating a seamless connection between cooking, dining, and entertaining. Throughout the home, vertical grain wood, terrazzo flooring, and restored finishes honor the original design while integrating modern upgrades.
Upstairs, a dramatic double-height living area brings in natural light, creating an airy, open feel rarely found in multi-family housing. Each room connects visually and physically to the outdoors, reinforcing Kappe’s philosophy that architecture should enhance both privacy and community.
The unit also reflects a key aspect of Kappe’s legacy — fostering interaction. The layout encourages connection between neighbors while still offering quiet, private retreats, making it feel more like a village than a typical apartment complex.
Property Details:
Ray Kappe, FAIA, Architect
Fredonia Apartments, 1963
3625 Fredonia Drive, Unit 12
Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles, CA
2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms
1,254 Sq Ft
$899,000
Special thanks to listing agents Eldon Daetweiler and William Baker of The Agency
Video collaboration with Brian Linder, AIA (The Value Of Architecture) and Mark H. Mendez
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